Employment Opportunities

ANIMAL CARE SPECIALIST

Lewis & Clark Humane Society

Job Title: Animal Care Specialist
Classification: Part Time Hourly
Reporting Relationship: Supervised by Director of Operations

Apply Here: Employment Application If you are having trouble with the form please reach out to kmartineau@lchsmontana.org

Position Overview

The Animal Care Specialist (Level 1) is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and compassionate environment for all animals in the shelter. This entry-level position focuses on essential animal care tasks, including cleaning, feeding, and basic handling after training.

Primary Responsibilities

Cleaning & Sanitization

• Clean and sanitize kennels, cages, and public areas to maintain high hygiene standards.
• Perform deep cleaning on a scheduled basis, including disinfecting surfaces and equipment.
• Assist with daily shelter upkeep, including laundry, donation sorting, and waste cleanup.

Facility Maintenance

• Restock supplies such as cleaning products, food, and bedding.
• Report equipment malfunctions or facility maintenance needs to management.

Animal Care & Enrichment

• Provide food and fresh water, ensuring dietary needs are met.
• Monitor and report any changes in animal behavior, appetite, or health.       
• Walk dogs on a leash in designated areas (after completing training) and assist with playgroup transitions.
• Safely handle cats for cleaning and enrichment.
• Assist potential adopters in meeting cats and dogs, ensuring a safe and engaging experience.
• Provide enrichment for both cats and dogs under the guidance of senior staff, including the Level 3 Animal Care Team, Behavior Manager, and Supervisor.

Customer Service & Volunteer Support

• Assist visitors by answering questions about adoptions, animal care, and shelter policies, directing inquiries to the appropriate staff as needed.
• Provide guidance to volunteers assisting with cleaning and care activities.
• Contribute to social media content by capturing photos and sharing animal stories with the Development Team.

Other Duties

• Properly process and prepare ashes for pickup.

• Other duties may be assigned.

Benefits:

• Accrued vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Room for growth including branching into adoptions, medical, and behavior departments!
• Knowing you are making a difference in the lives of homeless animals everyday!

Education/Experience Required: Minimum education high school or student. Animal experience especially dogs and cats required.

Mental/Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 50 lbs., bending, stooping, squatting, and occasionally hands and knees for cleaning, ability to work under extreme noise levels and patient with difficult or aggressive animals.

Hours of Work: 16 hours part time. Mornings, weekends, and some holidays required. May have more hours in the future

• Monday 8AM-12PM
• Tuesday 8AM-12PM
• Friday 8AM-12PM
• Saturday 8AM-12PM

Compensation: $13.00 per hour with potential for increase in responsibilities and compensation with good performance. 

Continuing Education Requirements: In-house staff training as needed.